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Wednesday May 23, 2012

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EDITOR'S NOTE

More than 30,000 people are expected to visit Australia's biggest business-tech show in Sydney this week. If you can't be there, take a look at our photo galleries. Click here for the first batch of photos from the show in Sydney. And click here for part two. Waterproof wireless hardware, super thin laptops, security cameras, eye massagers....it's all there.

Also this week, don't miss:
- our guide to cutting your overseas roaming phone bill
- Westpac giving away $1,500 small business grants
- What you need to know about carbon tax scams
- Our 2-minute introduction to CRM software
- Toughened laptops, a tradies' second best friend?
- An interesting read about working from home.

If you have a story about your business, email us at inbox@bit.com.au.

William Maher
BIT (Business IT)

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK

CeBIT 2012 photos: gadgets and technology from the Sydney show

CeBIT 2012 photos: gadgets and technology from the Sydney show

May 22, 2012

See photos of the most important and unusual products from Australia's largest business-technology event. (Part 1)

CeBIT 2012 photos: More gadgets and technology from the Sydney show

CeBIT 2012 photos: More gadgets and technology from the Sydney show

May 22, 2012

See photos of the most important and unusual products from Australia's largest business-technology event. (Part 2)

Tax, labour costs blamed for small business gloom

Tax, labour costs blamed for small business gloom

By William Maher | May 23, 2012

A combination of labour costs and falling profit margins is hurting small businesses, says a new report by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Web site vs Facebook: social media on the rise for small business

Web site vs Facebook: social media on the rise for small business

By William Maher | May 22, 2012

Using Facebook or Twitter to promote your business online is growing in popularity, according to a survey by MYOB.

Streaming music and your business: Don't get caught out

Streaming music and your business: Don't get caught out

By Alex Kidman | May 22, 2012

With the launch of Spotify Australia, streaming music services are at the media forefront right now. But before you start streaming your music subscription around the office or shop, be aware of your legal obligations.

For the diary: Starting your biz, retaining customers, finance basics

For the diary: Starting your biz, retaining customers, finance basics

By William Maher | May 22, 2012

Thinking about starting a new business or think some fundamental financial advice could help you? Here are some places to go for help.

Westpac giving away $1,500 grants to small businesses

Westpac giving away $1,500 grants to small businesses

By William Maher | May 21, 2012

Total money being given away will be more than $90,000, divided among 63 winners.

MOST READ THIS WEEK

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The high churn rate of Australian business - what's wrong?

The high churn rate of Australian business - what's wrong?

By William Maher | May 21, 2012

If you're going to grow beyond 20 staff, you're going to need a management system that will take you there - and an IT plan.

Should a

Should a "toughened" laptop find a place in your truck?

By Anthony Caruana | May 21, 2012

For someone working on building sites where there's dust, moisture and bumps, we'd suggest looking at a "rugged" laptop. So what do you get for your money?

Opinion: The

Opinion: The "work at home" myth

By Jon Honeyball | May 21, 2012

Sitting by yourself in your home office can be an incredibly lonely experience. Jon Honeyball argues that the "virtual office" is far from perfect.

Carbon tax countdown sparks scam alert

Carbon tax countdown sparks scam alert

By William Maher | May 18, 2012

Phone calls offering carbon price compensation aren’t a surprise windfall for your business, they’re a scam.

Beat mobile bill shock: Global roaming

Beat mobile bill shock: Global roaming

By Nic Healey | May 23, 2012

Overseas travellers can often find themselves stung badly by roaming fees - both voice and data. Nic Healey looks at some simple ways to avoid the worst.

What does CRM software actually do?

What does CRM software actually do?

By Ian Whiting | May 18, 2012

A series of screenshots showing what a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) program actually looks like.

Product Brief: Sony CP-ELS, a portable phone power supply

Product Brief: Sony CP-ELS, a portable phone power supply

By Sasha Muller | May 21, 2012

The Sony CP-ELS is a portable power brick that re-charges your phone, without a wall socket. Read our review.

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